jacksonville area service providers 2014
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Jacksonville Area Service ProvidersAdvocacyFamily Support ServicesGrace Ministry of Helping Hands Women’s Center of Jacksonville
AwarenessOrange Park Presbyterian ChurchZonta Club of Jacksonville
Case ManagementChild Protection TeamQuest Outreach World Relief
EducationCatholic Charities Floy S. Turner, LLCInternational Language Center
EmploymentGoodwill Job Junction The Hispanic Institute for Life and Leadership of
Northeast FloridaLiberty Center (II & III) Lutheran Social ServicesRethreaded, Inc. TEN Charities/ Made By Survivors
Financial AssistanceEmergency Financial AidArlington Community Services Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry Catholic Charities Downtown Ecumenical ServicesLiving Waters World Outreach CenterNE Florida Community Action Agency Jewish Family & Community Services Salvation Army St. Vincent De Paul Society United Community Outreach Ministry Westside Christian Outreach
Financial AdvisingLutheran Social Services
Food AssistanceGroceriesArlington Community Services Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry Campus Crusade Catholic Charities Downtown Ecumenical Services Greater Works Christian Ministry Helping Hands Ministry Jewish Family & Community ServicesLutheran Social Services Salvation Army Second Harvest Food Bank St. Francis Soup Kitchen United Community Outreach Ministry Westside Christian Outreach
MealsAbyssinia Baptist Church City Rescue Mission Clara White Missions Meals on Wheels Salvation Army St. Francis Soup Kitchen Sulzbacher Trinity Rescue Mission
HealthDentalBoales Dental FSCJ North CampusSulzbacher
Extended Stay HospitalizationSt. Andrews Lighthouse Mayo Visitors Homewood Suites by Hilton Ronald McDonald House
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Medical NeedsAgape Community Health Center Florida Kid Care Northeast Florida Community Action Agency Shands Medical Center St. Vincent’s Medical Center Sulzbacher Center Volunteers in Medicine We Care Jacksonville
MedicationDuval County Health Department NeedyMeds Drug Discount Card
Mental Health/CounselingChild Guidance Center Children’s Home Society of Florida Gateway Community ServicesThe Healing ProjectHerSong – Rachel White Mental Health Resource Center Northwest Behavioral Services River Region Human Services SulzbacherWomen’s Center of Jacksonville Youth Crisis Center
OptometryTrinity Rescue MissionPatrick L. Reardon, D.O.
HousingShelterChildren’s Home Society of Florida Circle of Love MinistriesCity Rescue Mission Community Connections Hubbard House Quigley HouseSalvation Army Sulzbacher Trinity Rescue MissionYouth Crisis Center
HousingCity Rescue MissionLiberty Center for Homeless/ Liberty III (Women) Youth Crisis Center
Legal AssistanceFBI Victim Specialist – Michelle ThorneFlorida Coastal School of LawFreed Firm, P.A. Jacksonville Legal Aid Public Defenders Office
MinorsDepartment of Children and FamiliesPACE Center for Girls, Jacksonville
Personal AssistanceClothingAction Ministries Plus, Inc. City Rescue Missions Downtown Ecumenical Services Helping Hands Ministry Immaculate Conception Catholic ChurchSt. Francis Soup Kitchen St. Mary’s Westside Christian Outreach World Relief
Home FurnishingsWestside Christian Outreach World Relief
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Advocacy
Family Support Services(904) 421-58004057 Carmichael Avenue, Bldg. 3000 STE 101Jacksonville, FL 32207Assessing the needs of minors, i.e. housing placement, food, life skills, interpretation, medical/dental/mental health, education, and/or employment. Intensive case management; crisis intervention; 24-hour hotline. Protection and safety planning. Liaison for minors. Accompaniment/ advocacy to court proceedings (legal support) and emotional and moral support (social service advocacy).
Grace Ministry of Helping HandsKathleen McDanielOffice (904) 731-4846 or cell (904) 885-59898834 Goodby’s Executive Park Suite FJacksonville, FL 32217Provides support for the vulnerable women groups and encouragement to thrive.
*Women’s Center of Jacksonville24-hour rape crisis hotline: 904-721-7273www.womenscenterofjax.orgMail@womenscenterofjax.orgDuval County Office (all Women's Center services):5644 Colcord Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32211(904) 722-3000
Baker County Office (Rape Recovery Team services only):418 8th St. Macclenny, FL 32063(904) 259-2427
Nassau County Office (Rape Recovery Team services only): Call 904-721-7273 for services and office information The Women’s Center of Jacksonville Rape Recovery Team serves survivors of sexual abuse and their loved ones ages 12 and older regardless of gender. Services are offered for reporting and non-reporting survivors regardless of where they are in their recovery process. Services include: 24-hour hotline, 24-hour crisis response, crisis intervention, advocacy and accompaniment, support groups, information and referral and counseling. RRT services are provided free of charge. Services for non-English speaking survivors are available. Individual, couple and family counseling is available through the Counseling Department. A sliding scale fee may apply to some counseling services. Additional services include: female offender re-entry programming, tutoring, breast cancer advocacy and support and educational workshops. All of these additional services are provided free of charge. However, please call the Women's Center of Jacksonville's main line for eligibility criteria for each program.
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Awareness
Orange Park Presbyterian Church(904) 264-0536www.orangeparkpres.org1905 Park AvenueOrange Park, FL 32073Holds human trafficking awareness events free of charge and can provide office space for counseling of human trafficking victims.
Zonta Club of [email protected]@gmail.comOrganize four training activities annually within Northeast Florida to improve the community response to victims of human trafficking. Conduct two awareness and outreach activities per year. Conduct pre and post surveys of human trafficking awareness at each event. Events will be pro bono and counted as in-kind toward the required 25% match.
Case Management
Child Protection Team(904) 633-0300Lori [email protected] management for minors.
Quest Outreach(904) 358-2411305 N. Washington StreetAssists clients with entitlements, Shands clinic card, transportation, state ID cards, finding housing and/or shelter. Telephone and restrooms available.Hours: 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.
World ReliefRefugee Resettlement Case ManagerMichelle CloweWP: (904) 448-0733 Fax: (904) 367-1436Email: [email protected] University Blvd. W., Suite 200Jacksonville, FL 32216www.wr.org*Case Management, Advocacy, Emergency Healthcare, Food/Clothing, Transportation, Interpreters.
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Education
Catholic Charities(904) 354-3416134 East Church Street Suite 2Jacksonville, FL ESOL provided for multiple levels of English at no cost for international victims of human trafficking. Classes help both daytime and evening hours.
Floy S. Turner, LLC*** CONTACT INFO711 North Magnolia AvenueGreen Cove Springs, FL 32043Training plans include $450 per training with mileage reimbursed at the .565 rate and per diem of $30/per day
The International Language Center(904) 737-19816025 Chester AvenueJacksonville, FL 32217ESOL classes beginning with two levels of pre-literacy through fluency at a 30% discounted rate of $140 dollars a year to be paid per enrollment. Computer and citizenship classes for eligible clients at a 30% discounted rate of $140 per year to be paid per enrollment. Job program placement for eligible students in Beauty, Culinary, or Computer program provided at cost. Students must purchase books and materials.
Employment
Goodwill Job JunctionHigh School completion/ GED Classes. Basic computer skills classes. Provides resume preparation, use of fax machines, phones, and other job training services.
Multiple Locations:Downtown (904) 354-9180333 E. Monroe Street Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30am-5pm
Arlington (904) 762-23019180 Merrill Road Jacksonville, FLHours: Monday- Thursday 9am- 4:30pm & Friday 9am- 12pm
Jacksonville Beach (904) 241-9393108 6th AvenueHours: Monday- Thursday 9am- 4:30 pm & Friday 9am- 12pm
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Southside (904) 265-84995995-1 University Blvd. WestHours: Monday- Thursday 9am- 4:30 pm & Friday 9am- 12pm
Westside (904) 394-67274527 Lenox AveHours: Monday- Thursday 9am- 4:30 pm & Friday 9am- 12pm
St. Augustine (904) 829-28892005 US 1 SouthHours: Monday- Thursday 9am- 4:30 pm & Friday 9am- 12pm
*The Hispanic Institute for Life and Leadership of Northeast Florida(904) 265-4700 ext. 40911225 West Beaver Street Suite 114Jacksonville, FL 32204www.thehillofnortheastfl.orgTraining and career development. Full service job placement services, consulting services for business practices.*Focused on attracting, recruiting, and retaining Hispanic employees
Liberty Center (II & III)(904) 353-2888909 Liberty StreetJacksonville, FL Employment assistance, Job Junction visits on site. Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 1-4pm to assist with job placement
Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida4615 Philips HwyJacksonville, FL 32207LSS provides entry level job training and employment services. And have landscaping, housekeeping, and sewing programs.Funded through the state and accept all eligible ‘refugee program eligible adult’ referrals from WRJ.
Rethreaded, Inc. (904) 438-8109820 Barnett Street, Jacksonville, Florida [email protected] jobs to victims of human trafficking with a safe working environment. Need documentation to show they can work legally. If there is addiction, proof of completion of rehab is required.Call to see current hiring status, fill out employment application, and attend an interview.
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TEN Charities/ Made By Survivors*** NEED CONTACT INFO*Adults 18 and over will learn a vocational skill such as jewelry design, production, and entrepreneurship classes for up to 20; students express creativity which aids in trauma healing; students earn a better understanding of business practices; students earn income.*Minors 17 and younger will heal from trauma through artistic self-expression; students develop an understanding of human rights; and are introduced to entrepreneurship. 112.50 for survivors enrolled (150/class with 25% discount of $37.50) up to 20 students per class.
Financial Assistance
Emergency Financial Assistance
Arlington Community Services(904) 743-74021450 Rogero RoadJacksonville, FL Assistance with food, small amounts of rent and utilities. *Arlington address with one of these zip codes: 32211, 32277, 32246, 32225, 32224, and 32216. OR a church referral needed.
Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry/ Mission House (BEAM)(904) 241-6767 (904) 241-2326 (904) [email protected] Shetter AvenueJacksonville Beach, FLEmergency assistance such as paying for food, rent expenses, and utilities.*Must live in the beaches area: 32082, 32224, 32233, 32250, and 32266. An appointment is required.Hours: Monday- Thursday 9am-4pm and Friday 9am-1pm
Catholic Charities(904) 354-3416134 East Church Street Suite 2Jacksonville, FL Assist with shelters and utilities. Administers the Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program fund that assists needy families with utility bills. For victims of human trafficking initial deposits for rent and utility can be provided as well as one month of rental assistance.Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Program provides rent assistance, help paying utilities, money to pay security deposits, food and basic necessities on a short-term basis.*Must call to make an appointment to apply for help
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Downtown Ecumenical Services(904) 358-7955215 Ocean StreetJacksonville, FLFinancial Assistance for rent and utilitiesCall for an appointment Mondays at 8:30 – 12:30 ONLY *To qualify they must either have children, be over 60, or be disabled. Need some form of ID, Social Security Card, OR birth certificate, anything with their name on it, does not have to have a picture.
Living Waters World Outreach Center(904) 321-211796282 Brady Point Rd.Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Raise funds or resources for victims needs.
NE FL Community Action AgencyKennedy Center: (904) 632-1461E Reed: (904) 632-1470 Main Office (904) 358-7472To make an appointment: (904) 301-2812NFCAA.netCrisis Assistance, Programs to help with rent/mortgage assistance, heating assistance, basic assistance.
Jewish Family & Community Services (904) 448-1933(904) 448-2633http://www.jfcsjax.org/6261 Dupont Station Ct. EJacksonville, FL*Must call 211 for a referral to their community agency. Documentation varies according to specific need and funding.
Salvation Army (904) [email protected] E. Church StreetJacksonville, FLSalvationarmyjax.comFinancial assistance varies it is rare when it is available. Clients must be below the poverty level at 30%, have a shut off notice or eviction, all proof of income for all members of household, a lease (no mortgages), three bills, socials, birth certificates and IDs of all in household. The only consistent financial assistance offered is with a TECO People's Gas active account. Must have a shut off notice with the above documents. No walk-ins.
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St. Vincent De Paul Society(904) 246 – 5240(904) 398-19172403 Atlantic Blvd.Jacksonville, FL 32207Rent Assistance*Must apply and provide forms that landlord completes
United Community Outreach Ministry(904) 396-2401 or [email protected] St. Augustine Rd.Jacksonville, FLUcomjax.orgProvides assistance with basic needs. Can offer rent and other housing assistanceOpen M-Th 9:30-12:30*Appointments Required
Westside Christian Outreach (WESCO)(904) 786-74945343 Normandy Blvd.Jacksonville, FLIf they have funding, they will assist with rent, mortgage, and utilities*Call for appointment at least a day ahead
Financial Advising
Lutheran Social Services(904) 381-68852257 Riverside AvenueLifestyle management support with finances and budgetsHours: 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday
Food Assistance
Groceries
Arlington Community Services(904) 743-74021450 Rogero RoadJacksonville, FL Assistance with food *Arlington address with one of these zip codes: 32211, 32277, 32246, 32225, 32224, and 32216. OR a church referral needed.
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Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry/ Mission House (BEAM)(904) 241-6767 (904) 241-2326800 Shetter AvenueJacksonville Beach, FLEmergency assistance such as paying for food*Must live in the beaches area.
Campus Crusade for Christ(904) 448-07375860 Mt. Carmel TerraceJacksonville, FL 32216Provide some food pantry items, based on what they have at the time.
Catholic Charities(904) 354-3416134 East Church Street Suite 2Jacksonville, FL Food Pantry for families with childrenM-F 8:30-12:30pm 2-4:30pm*Appointment preferred, proof of residence to prepare food.
Downtown Ecumenical Services(904) 358-7955215 Ocean StreetJacksonville, FLFood PantryCall Mondays- Friday 8:30 – 12:30 and 2 - 4:30pm*Must have proof of a cooking facility and people to feed (i.e. the client). Need some form of ID, Social Security Card, OR birth certificate, anything with their name on it, does not have to have a picture.
Greater Works Christian Ministries(904) 645-35509819-1 Beach Blvd.Jacksonville, FLEmergency food assistance
Helping Hands Ministry(904) 247-194731 Lewis StreetAtlantic Beach, FLFood Pantry for families in need
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Jewish Family & Community Services (904) 448-1933http://www.jfcsjax.org/6261 Dupont Station Ct. EJacksonville, FLTues. & Thurs. 1-3pm Walk-in.*Drivers license required.
Lutheran Social Services4615 Philips HwyJacksonville, FL 32207****
Salvation Army(904) 355-5239900 W. Adams StreetJacksonville, FLFood pantry*Must be below the poverty level at 30%, proof of income for all members of household, a lease (no mortgages), three bills, socials, birth certificates, and ID’s of all in household. No walk-ins. First 50 people weekdays 9-12only.
Second Harvest Food Bank(904) 353-36631502 Jesse StreetJacksonville, FLFood Pantry*Call for Appointment
St. Francis Soup Kitchen(904) 356-2902134 E. Church [email protected] goods give-away: Each Saturday at 10am- 1pm first come first serve. Some clothing available.No ID or paperwork needed
United Community Outreach Ministry(904) 396-2401 or [email protected] St. Augustine Rd.Jacksonville, FLUcomjax.orgFood assistanceOpen M-Th 9:30-12:30*Appointments Required
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Westside Christian Outreach (WESCO)(904) 786-74945343 Normandy Blvd.Jacksonville, FLFood Pantry*Call for appointment at least a day ahead
Meals
Abyssinia Baptist Church2360 New Kings RoadJacksonville, FLMeals are served Tues/ Thurs 11-2pmClients are picked up by church bus at Clay Street between State and Union Streets and transported to the church and back to town.
City Rescue Mission(904) 353-8561 Emergency services (904) 387-4357234 W. State StreetDinner time meal is open to the public. Served from 4:30-5:30 7 days a week. Some form of ID card.
Clara White Mission(904) 354-4162613 Ashley StreetJacksonville, FLM-TH (11:30am-1pm) F-Sat (8:30 -10am)
Meals on Wheels – Northeast Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc.(904) 391-66014160 Woodcock Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32207
Salvation Army(904) 356-8641900 W. Adams StreetJacksonville, FL*Dinner served nightly 6pm. 7 days a week. Sunday breakfast at 7:30Show up on Davis Street behind pedestrian gate. A service track card is suggested but not required. Cards distributed out by Jacksonville Day resource center. No documentation needed.
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St. Francis Soup Kitchen(904) 356-2902 or (904) 359-0331134 E. Church StreetJacksonville, FLLunch is served from 10am-1pm. No ID or paperwork needed.
Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless(904) 359-0457611 E. Adams StreetMeals served daily. Lunch is served 12:30pm and dinner is served 6:30pm; First come, first served; but no one is turned away. No food pantry or clothes closet.
Trinity Rescue Mission(904) 355-1205622 W. Union StreetJacksonville, FLDinner served nightly after evening chapel services. Open to all.
Health
Dental
Boales Dental Care(904) 363-355910920 Baymeadows RdJacksonville, FL 32256Provide routine dental exams, check-ups, and cleanings for adults and children 5 years and older pro bono (valued at $156 per service). Provide simple extractions for adults and children 5 years and older pro bono (valued at $160.) Services based on office capacity and availability with no cap on the number of clients served. Dental work referred to the dental lab will be provided at cost. Services for surgical extractions, root canals, or implants will be referred to a specialist for fees determined by the specialist.
FSCJ North Campus(904) 766-6571Cleanings and x-rays(On an old service list, but could not find the information or get ahold of anyone on this number?)
Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless Dental Clinic(904) 394-8060505 N. Main StreetJacksonville, FLDental Care by referral from social service or health care provider.Nominal fee for those who are uninsured or not living in a stable environment.
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Extended Stay for Hospitalization
St. Andrews Lighthouse(904) 246-5605 call Ed Asher for [email protected]
Mayo Visitors(904) 296-0181
Homewood Suites by Hilton(904) 733-9299www.homewoodsuites.com
Ronald McDonald House(904) 798-2950
Medical Needs
Agape Community Health Center(904) 253- 11001736 University Blvd. S.Jacksonville, FL 32216Monday-Friday 8am-5pmCase by case basis
*Florida Kid Care(888) 540-5437Apply online for insurance*Doctor visits, check-ups and shots, hospital, surgery, prescriptions, emergencies, vision and hearing, dental, and mental health.
Northeast Florida Community Action Agency(904) 632-14761093 W 8th StreetWellness and nutrition program
Shands Medical Center(904) 549-5000655 W. 8th StreetProvides medical services to low income or homeless who have Shands cards.
St. Vincent’s Medical Center(904) 308-7911www.jaxhealth.com/Mobile Health Outreach
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Sulzbacher Clinic: Primary Health Care(904) 394-8069 Call for AppointmentUninsured patients who are homeless or not living in stable housing receive treatment for little or no cost. Must reside in Jacksonville for at least 6 months.
Volunteers in Medicine(904) 399-2766 press 6 for informationHours: Tuesday through Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 9am-12pm
We Care Jacksonville(904) 253-16404080 Woodcock DriveBuilding 2400, Suite 130Jacksonville, FL 32207www.wecarejacksonville.org*Income at or below 200% of poverty level as defined by the Federal Government, Patient carries no applicable insurance, resident of Duval County
Medication
Duval County Health Department(904) 253-1059515 West 6th Street,Jacksonville, FL 32206www.dchd.netThe Pharmacy will help patient complete forms, provide eligibility information, and submit applications on your behalf. The DCHD will also distribute medication through the DCHD pharmacy.
NeedyMeds Discount Drug Cardswww.needymeds.org/drugcard/Free card can save up to 80% on prescription drug.
Mental Health/ Counseling
Child Guidance Center(904) 448-4700www.childguidancecenter.orgMental Health Counseling such as behavioral health services to minors. Fees are covered by Medicaid, third party private insurances, self-pay based on a sliding fee schedule, and contractually covered services based on request for specific needs. Services based on capacity of the agency at the time of referral.childguidancecenter.org/services.html
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Children’s Home Society of Florida(904) 493-77753027 San Diego Rd.Jacksonville, FL [email protected] 9am-7pmCounseling, targeted case management, foster home shelter. Need Medicaid. Call number to make an appointment. All clients seen within 5 days unless it is an emergency, which they will then be seen same day.Languages: Spanish, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, German, Portuguese, and can also use translation service agency.
Gateway Community Services(904) 387-4661555 Stockton Street*Detoxification services, drug screening, drug and alcohol services for adults and adolescents.Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
The Healing ProjectContact information neededChristine RothbergMental health counseling and crisis intervention for domestic/international, male/female adults at $45 an hour, maximum of 150 hours per year. Mental health counseling and crisis intervention for domestic/international, male/female minors at $90 an hour, maximum of 150 hours per year.
*Rachel White(904) 401-70707235 Bonneval RdJacksonville, FL [email protected] 8am-5pmCounseling services at no charge for female victims of sex-trafficking (only). Interpreters available for Spanish speakers. Call or email for appointment.
Mental Health Resource Center(904) 358-2411305 N. Washington StreetLINK provides mental health treatment case management and housing.QUEST also provides mental health treatment for mentally ill and dually diagnosed, counseling for substance abuse and mental illness as well as case management.Screenings Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 2-4pm
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Northwest Behavioral Services(904) 781- 0600Children and families counseling
River Region Human Services(904) 359-6571330 W. State Streetwww.rrhs.org Offers mental health and substance abuse programsHours: Monday- Friday 8am-5pm
Sulzbacher Clinic: Behavioral Health(904) 394-8069 Call for AppointmentGo to the Primary Care and will be referred up to the behavioral health department. Appointment are not necessary but will help.
*Women’s Center of Jacksonville24-hour rape crisis hotline: 904-721-7273www.womenscenterofjax.orgMail@womenscenterofjax.orgDuval County Office (all Women's Center services):5644 Colcord Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32211(904) 722-3000
Baker County Office (Rape Recovery Team services only):418 8th St. Macclenny, FL 32063(904) 259-2427
Nassau County Office (Rape Recovery Team services only): Call 904-721-7273 for services and office information The Women’s Center of Jacksonville Rape Recovery Team serves survivors of sexual abuse and their loved ones ages 12 and older regardless of gender. Services are offered for reporting and non-reporting survivors regardless of where they are in their recovery process. Services include: 24-hour hotline, 24-hour crisis response, crisis intervention, advocacy and accompaniment, support groups, information and referral and counseling. RRT services are provided free of charge. Services for non-English speaking survivors are available. Individual, couple and family counseling is available through the Counseling Department. A sliding scale fee may apply to some counseling services. Additional services include: female offender re-entry programming, tutoring, breast cancer advocacy and support and educational workshops. All of these additional services are provided free of charge. However, please call the Women's Center of Jacksonville's main line for eligibility criteria for each program.
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Youth Crisis Center(904) 725-66623015 Parental Home RoadFamily counseling. All free and confidential counseling for families with children under 18 years old.
Optometry
Health and Eye Glasses – Trinity Rescue Mission(904) 359-0657611 E. Adams StreetJacksonville, FL***
Patrick L. Reardon, D.O.(904) 743-9955961 Cesery Blvd.Jacksonville, FL 32211Services male/ female adults and minors 4 years and older who are victims of human trafficking. Provide an eye exam and/or corrective eye glasses, if necessary, to TSS clients referred by WRJ for $75 ($25 discount for exam and $235 in-kind for lens and frames).
Housing
Shelters
*Children’s Home Society of Florida(904) 493-77753027 San Diego Rd.Jacksonville, FL [email protected] 9am-7pmCounseling, targeted case management, foster home shelter. Need Medicaid. Call number to make an appointment. All clients seen within 5 days unless it is an emergency, which they will then be seen same day.Languages: Spanish, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, German, Portuguese, and can also use translation service agency.
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Circle of Love Ministries, Inc.(904) 696-310513519 N Main StreetJacksonville, FL 32218*** Call Edwin or Betty Ruder
City Rescue Mission(904) 353-8561 Emergency services (904) 387-4357234 W. State StreetProvide emergency housing for any person in need. Based on availability. Men and women sign in at 2:30, eat dinner, get a bed for the night, then eat breakfast and leave for the day. No ID necessary.
Community Connections(904) [email protected] E Duval Street P.O. Box 41086Jacksonville, FL 32203*Rapid rehousing and transitional housing
Hubbard House24 hour hotline:Local: (904) 354-3114TTY: (904) 354-3958Women and children. Check in is 24/7 for women who are victims of violence.
Quigley House(904) 406-08851017 Blanding Blvd. Orange Park, FL 32065Provide emergency and transitional housing for domestic and international victims of human trafficking referred by World Relief Jacksonville, on a pro bono basis.
*Salvation Army(904) 356-8641900 W. Adams StreetFemale shelter only. No unaccompanied minors. Meal and lodging. Case management is not offered unless they are a monthly paying client ($300) international clients are often referred to Catholic Charities refugee program. First 8 nights are free but not guaranteed to be consecutive. Afterwards it is 10/night. Must have proper identification and their reason for lodging. Check in begins at 3pm daily, varying bed availability. Spanish speaker available during office hours and use the TYY system for translation.
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Sulzbacher Center(904) 359-0457611 E Adams StreetJacksonville, FL 32202*As of 7/01/2013 all new individuals and families applying for shelter must be residents of Duval, Clay, Nassau, St. Johns, or Baker County for at least six months before entering shelter at the Sulzbacher Center. Proof of residency is required. Basic ID, just need something with name on it and a picture. Even if they were arrested, the arrest record would work. ***Will try to make an exception for human trafficking victims. Call Patrick Finn-Schultz for help. (904) 859-8150
Trinity Rescue Mission(904) 355-1205622 Union StreetJacksonville, FL 32202Overnight Shelter and meals: Provide emergency services to homeless and outcast. Hot meals every night following chapel services, showers, toiletries, and clothing exchange program which allows clients a fresh change of clothes every day they stay.Women and Children’s Center: for women without shelter. Must go through an application process. Prescreen interview to get to know client and client gets to know the center. Director looks over the prescreen interview and determines eligibility. Client must follow up within 3 days to find out acceptance. Placement is made on a first come first served basis. Client must be reachable; if agency fails to reach the client the client will be moved to the bottom of the waiting list.
Youth Crisis Center(904) 720-00023015 Parental Home RoadJacksonville, FL 32216Residential Program: Runaways, truant from school, locked out youth in need of short term shelter Call (904) 725-6662
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Housing
City Rescue Mission(904) 353-8561 Emergency services (904) 387-4357234 W. State StreetRecovery program 12-18 month residential programProvides pro bono residential housing for domestic women 18+ with substance abuse and other life controlling problems. Must have ability to receive their birth certificate or license. CRM will help all clients get their documents if they do not have them. Cannot services speakers of other languages. Offer classes to residents such as anger management, sexual abuse, trauma, etc.*Must go through an intake process, which includes filling out application and interview with a caseworker. Process takes 3-4 days, but are able to use the other CRM services such as emergency shelter.
Liberty Center for Homeless/ Liberty III (Women)(904) 353-1698 or (904) 353-0099600 N Washington StreetJacksonville, FL 32202Provides attainable housing for single, homeless women; address their immediate needs; link to available resources; assist and support their efforts for self sufficiency.Each resident has a private room and mailbox. A verifiable address. Hours M-Th: 8am-4pm; Fri: 8am-2pm*Apply at Jax Housing Authority; MUST HAVE social security card and picture ID*$50 deposit required; once employed 30% of income goes towards rent; assistance through HUD
Youth Crisis Center(904) 720-00023015 Parental Home RoadJacksonville, FL 32216Touchstone Village: At-risk youth ages 15-21 designed to help youth to achieve independence, gain life skills, education and more in order to grow into responsible adults.
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Legal Assistance
*FBI Victim SpecialistMichelle Thorne(904) 248-7000 main(904) 248-7102 direct(904) 424-6115 mobile6061 Gate ParkwayJacksonville, FL 32256Covers the NE Florida region. Responds on-scene to provide crisis intervention and direct services to crime victims identified in federal cases, support during interviews, transportation, referrals to social service agencies (for counseling, medical care, replace IDs, housing, food, etc.), and am on call 24/7. Has linguists available in any language to assist with translation and can request additional assistance as needed.
*Florida Coastal School of Law Legal Clinics(904) 680-7782 contact Erica Curran8787 Bay Pine Road STE 255 Jacksonville, FL 32256Free legal representation for: Immigration (T-visas, U-Visas, Asylum, and WAWA), Family Law, Expungements, and Public Benefits/Guardianships. Languages available on staff are Spanish and Haitian Creole. Interpreter program available as well.Prefer an agency referral but will also accept direct calls.
Freed Firm, P.A.Crystal Freed(904) 553- 255Monday- Friday 10am-2pmAttorney who will represent the client and educate them about their rights in order to make informed decisions. Free of charge to survivors of human trafficking.
Jacksonville Legal Aid(904) 356-8371126 W. Adams StreetLegal counsel to low income persons meeting state criteria. Legal counseling to those suffering with HIV/AIDS virusHours: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm*Kara Roberts – Immigration Law [email protected]*Nancy Hale – Immigration Law [email protected]*Roland - [email protected]
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Public Defenders Office (4th Judicial Court)(904) 630-150125 Market StreetJacksonville, FLLegal counsel for indigent adults involved in felony/misdemeanor charges. Must meet indigent standards for State of Florida to qualify for assistanceHours: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm
Minors
Department of Children & FamiliesTodd RaleighCP: 226-2448Patty Medlock CP: 370-4821
PACE Center for Girls, Jacksonville(904) 448-80022933 University Blvd. N.Jacksonville, FL 32211
Personal Assistance
Clothing
Action Ministries Plus, Inc.(904) 356-550126 E. 2nd StreetJacksonville, FLThursdays 9:30am-12pm and Sunday 9am-12pm
City Rescue MissionCommunity Closet (Clothing): (904) 421-5200Done by a volunteer one or two days a week. May or may not have items, call ahead.
Downtown Ecumenical Services(904) 358-7955215 Ocean StreetJacksonville, FLCall Mondays- Friday 8:30 – 12:30 and 2 - 4:30pm*Need some form of ID, Social Security Card, OR birth certificate, anything with their name on it, does not have to have a picture.
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Helping Hands MinistriesClothing Store: (904) 247-94731 Lewis Street,Atlantic Blvd, FL
*Immaculate Conception Catholic Church(904) 356-2902 or (904) 359-0331134 East Church StreetJacksonville, FLLocated in the Providence Center BuildingClothing tickets are distributed at 7am on the 1st and 3rd Saturday. 50 men’s tickets and 50 women’s tickets; clothing is given out from 8-10am, miscellaneous items and a change of clothing for the week.*Offer Spanish outreach
St. Francis Soup Kitchen(904) 356-2902134 E. Church [email protected] clothing Each Saturday at 10am- 1pm first come first serve.*No ID or paperwork needed
St. Mary’s(904) 354-50751912 Laura StreetJacksonville, FLTuesday only 9am-3pm**
Westside Christian Outreach (WESCO)(904) 786-74945343 Normandy Blvd.Jacksonville, FLCall for appointment at least a day aheadClothing from their pantry
*World Relief Jacksonville(904) 448-07335107 University Blvd. W.Jacksonville, FL 32216Clothes ClosetMonday - Friday: 9am - 4pm
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Home Furnishings
Westside Christian Outreach (WESCO)(904) 786-74945343 Normandy Blvd.Jacksonville, FLCall for appointment at least a day aheadGive vouchers for furniture from the City Rescue Thrift Store for either bedroom set, living room set, or kitchen set.
*World Relief Jacksonville(904) 448-07335107 University Blvd. W.Jacksonville, FL 32216Monday - Friday: 9am - 4pm
Coalition membersClay County Kids CouncilCenter for Adult LearningEpiscopal Children’s Services/ Head StartPartnership for Child Health
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